Juan de Zurbarán's still life, lemons, and Spanish pride | National Gallery

Name: Juan de Zurbarán's still life, lemons, and Spanish pride | National Gallery
Uploaded: 2026-07-21T05:54:12.541Z
Duration: 12 min 30 s
Channel: Antique Masterpieces
Description: What is the meaning behind this basket of citrus fruits? ‘Still Life with Lemons in a Wicker Basket’ by Juan de Zurbarán may look like a beautiful arrangement, but these everyday objects also have symbolic meaning. In this 10-minute film, art historian Siân Walters takes a closer look.

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What is the meaning behind this basket of citrus fruits? ‘Still Life with Lemons in a Wicker Basket’ by Juan de Zurbarán may look like a beautiful arrangement, but these everyday objects also have symbolic meaning. In this 10-minute film, art historian Siân Walters takes a closer look.